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What is a good neighbourhood to live as couple expat in KL?

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Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on
Destination: Kuala Lumpur
I am moving with my boyfriend from Amsterdam to Kuala Lumpur. He will be working as a expat and I am writing my graduating research for bachelor degree. We are planning to stay at least a year. What is a good neighbourhood to life? It doesn't have to be really big, just big enough for us two (and for me to study). My priority is clean and safe. Nearby the centre is of course nice, but not necessary if there is any transportation around? Hope you can give us advice. Thanks!

Expats in Tripoli?

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Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on
Destination: Libya
Hello, I have recently arrived in Tripoli and I would like in touch with other expats. Also, are there activities being organized by expats? I am Dutch and speak Dutch, English & German. I look forward to hearing from somebody. Best regards, Roland

Recently moved to Seattle - need ideas of activities to keep kids entertained.

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Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on
Destination: Seattle, WA
Hi there,

We just moved to Seattle and were previously living in California. We've only been here a few weeks and our niece and nephew are coming to visit over the holidays. Can anyone provide information on interesting activities to do with kids. We don't know the city very well. 

Cheers


want employment visa in malaysia

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Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on
Destination: Malaysia
I am working in service provider company in Delhi, India they also have own branch in Malaysia but currently no employ working there and my india office want to transfer me Malaysia branch so please advice how can I get the employment pass asap???? Awaiting for your quick with positive revert..

Moving to Nairobi with kids - need recommendations for the best hospitals ?

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Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on
Destination: Nairobi
Hey,

Moving to Nairobi with my two young daughters and I have some concerns regarding healthcare. What are hospitals like in Nairobi and are there any that focus on children's health issues ? Do I need health insurance or do you think it will be cheaper just to pay when I use the service - I heard that even private health care in Nairobi is relativley cheap.

Would appreciate your comments.

Cheers,

Sally

Cost of fully-furnished house in Mawson Lakes, Adelaide?

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Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on
Destination: Adelaide
my husband will be in Adelaide for business trip for a year. My child and I will move here as well.

We would like to hire a full-furniture house in Mawson lakes, any recommendations and estimated cost of it?

I would like to know if any playgroups (not child care) nearby for my 2year-one child. Thank you.

Safety issues for expats in Johannesburg

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Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on
Destination: Johannesburg
Hello everybody, I am wondering to go to Johannesburg beginning 2014. I have an offer from my enterprise to work as a Manager of an industrial plant (20-30 people). I've been looking for some info about the place and first thing that appears is CRIMINALITY. I am really worried about this point and I want to make some questions. I would really appreciate that some local people (expat or not) could answer them in detail. 1) Personal security/Living conditions: It seems that you can only stay in your house (24 security system) and can't almost even take the car to go shopping.

Few questions on daily life in Bahrain

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Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on
Destination: Bahrain
Hello everyone, I am contacting you because I received a very interesting job to Bahrain (Manama) for a period of about 2 years. I’m in a relationship, and we would have a few questions about life every day. I hope you can help us ... The clothes: We hear / read often that expats must have a descent clothing. What do you mean by that? Is a skirt at the knees is correct? ( except the month of Ramadan ) . Is a T-shirt (covering the shoulders ) is ok? Climate: Is it really insupportable for us French ? To what extent ? How do you handle it ? Bottle of water on yourself?

Do you need to pay 1 years rent up front to stay at a compound in Riyadh ?

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Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on
Destination: Riyadh
I'm a teacher looking for an apartment, Do all compounds in Riyadh, including Compound 23 require that a tenant pay a year's rent upfront before moving in? Can a real estate company help spread the payments?How is Compound 23 in terms of activities, gym, pool?

Do women have equal rights in Qatar?

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Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on
Destination: Qatar
Hello everyone

I'm looking to move to Qatar with my husband. It seems like women play a more equal role in society there than in, say, Saudi Arabia, but I'm sure it isn't as equal as what I'm used to. That said, I'm no expert.

In short, as a woman moving to Qatar, what should I expect?

Thanks!

Kate

Relocating to Mexico - can my employer still pay me in US dollars?

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Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on
Destination: Mexico
Hello, I currently live in the US, but we will soon be moving to Mexico and I'm trying to negotiate with my company to keep my remote job.

They are a global company with offices around the world, but I get my paycheck from the US office. They want to keep me as an employee, but I've been told that my situation does not fall into one of their normal scenarios for relocation because the company is not sending me there for a specific need - I am the one voluntarily moving.

How can I find a job in the US from Australia?

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Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on
Destination: The USA
Hi, My partner and I are looking into moving overseas, we understand that getting into America can be quite a difficult process but to be honest we have NO idea were to begin. We are both in the Royal Australia Navy and have been for 4 and 6 years. I have been reading about visas and how to get an E3 you need to specialise in a certain Speciatly Occupation or have 12 years experience in a certain occupation or have a bachelors or masters degree or the equivelant in our country OR a mixture of both.

i want to bring my Love in Saudi Arabia she is from mexico, i'm doing job in Saudi Arabia

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Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on
Destination: Riyadh
I want to bring My love in Saudi Arabia, she is from mexico, i'm doing job in Saudi Arabia and wanna settle there,i wanna marry her in Saudi Arabia only :) so please give me correct information how to meet my love as soon as possible in Saudi Arabia :( please please thanking you, please anyone help me azhar8636@gmail.com thank you very much

Can my children get a good education in Singapore?

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Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on
Destination: Singapore
Hi there

I was offered a position at a firm in Singapore and while I'm very excited by the idea of it, I'm worried about the little ones. Jamie is going to be starting school next year and Clive is 12. Can they get a good education in Singapore without it costing the earth?

Thanks a bunch!

Sally

Getting a job before living in Amsterdam?

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Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on
Destination: Amsterdam
What is the best way to find a job before you move to Amsterdam when still living in the states? Is there a process to it all? I've never had to find a job outside of even the state I live in... So looking for work outside of the country leaves me a little clueless. Any info would be helpful? Thanks Heather Z

Is there pet friendly, furnished housing in Johannesburg?

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Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on
Destination: Johannesburg
I am moving to Johannesburg on a 12 month assignment (will most likely get extended) and am looking for a furnished home with a garden that is pet friendly. I have 2 small dogs that will be coming with me. Is this realistic? My housing allowance is 2,000 USD per month. My office is in Bedfordview and I would like to live nearby. Any help would be much appreciated!

Can a former hepatitis B patient work in Dubai?

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Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on
Destination: United Arab Emirates
Hi Sir/Ma'am,

I'm a Chinese who just got an offer to work in Dubai as a manager responsible for telecommunication equipment installation.

I was infected with hepatitis B before. Even though my body has cleared the hepatitis B virus on its own, I don't know whether the UAE government will permit me to work there. The following is my blood test result in China: HBsAg 0.02 ng/ml Negative HbsAb 52.63 mIU/ml Positive HBeAg 0.09 PEI U/ml Negative HBeAb 0.6 PEI U/ml Positive HBcAb >4.050 PEI U/ml Positive

What are the best options for banking in Qatar?

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Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on
Destination: Qatar
Hi there

I'm seriously considering an offer to move to Qatar, and was wondering what my choices are with regards to banking in Qatar. Is it better to have a local account in Qatar, or should I keep my account at home? What are the pros and cons?

Also, are taxes still so low there?

All the best

Dave

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